B.Sc. in Chemistry at Madras University: overview

Madras University, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, offers B.Sc. in Chemistry as a 3-year undergraduate degree. Fees for the full course come to ₹1.69 lakh – ₹8.01 lakh (roughly ₹56,000 a year).

Madras University is a other institute, founded in 1857. This page brings together what is on record for this course at Madras University — fees, seats, eligibility, the admission route and placements — so you can judge it before you apply.

B.Sc. in Chemistry fees at Madras University

The fee figures on record for this course are below. Fees are for the whole course unless marked otherwise, and apply to B.Sc programmes at Madras University as a group.

FeeAmount
Total course fee₹1.69 lakh – ₹8.01 lakh
Tuition fee₹17,120 – ₹4.98 lakh
Hostel fee₹1.51 lakh – ₹3.02 lakh
Approximate cost per year₹56,000

Colleges revise fees most years, and hostel, transport and exam charges are often billed separately. Confirm the current figure with Madras University before you pay anything.

B.Sc. in Chemistry eligibility

To get into B.Sc. in Chemistry, you usually need Class 12 with Science subjects. The minimum marks on record at Madras University are: X: 0.0, XII: 40.0, Graduation: 0.0.

Admission to this kind of course is usually through CUET and merit. Reserved-category candidates generally get a relaxation in the minimum marks. Check Madras University's prospectus for the exact cut-off this year.

How to get admission to B.Sc. in Chemistry at Madras University

In most years, admission follows these steps:

  1. Check that you meet the eligibility above and register for the entrance exam in time.
  2. Take CUET and merit and keep your scorecard.
  3. Apply to Madras University on its website (www.sdnbvc.edu.in) or through the enquiry form on this page, and take part in counselling if a state or central body runs it.
  4. Once you are offered a seat, verify your documents (marksheets, ID, category certificate if any) and pay the admission fee to confirm it.

B.Sc. in Chemistry placements at Madras University

The most recent placement data we hold (2023) show a median package of ₹3.73 lakh at Madras University. 468 of 1,293 students were placed that year. These are college-wide figures, not only for this specialisation.

Placement numbers vary a lot by year and by branch. Ask the placement cell for the branch-wise report of the last two batches.

Other B.Sc specialisations at Madras University

Madras University runs 24 B.Sc specialisations in all. If this one is not quite right, compare it with:

Is B.Sc. in Chemistry at Madras University right for you?

Ask yourself — and the college — these questions first:

  • Do the subjects of B.Sc. in Chemistry genuinely interest you? You will spend 3 years on them.
  • Can you manage ₹1.69 lakh – ₹8.01 lakh over the course, plus hostel and living costs? Ask about scholarships and education loans.
  • Are the placement figures above good enough for your goals? Ask for the branch-wise numbers.
  • How does Madras University compare with other colleges offering B.Sc in and around Chennai?

B.Sc. in Chemistry at Madras University: FAQs

What is the fee for B.Sc. in Chemistry at Madras University?

The total fee on record for B.Sc. in Chemistry at Madras University is ₹1.69 lakh – ₹8.01 lakh, about ₹56,000 a year. Hostel and other charges may be extra.

How long is B.Sc. in Chemistry at Madras University?

B.Sc. in Chemistry at Madras University is a 3-year full-time undergraduate course.

What is the eligibility for B.Sc. in Chemistry?

You usually need Class 12 with Science subjects. Admission is usually through CUET and merit. Check the college's prospectus for this year's cut-off.

Which other B.Sc specialisations does Madras University offer?

Besides B.Sc. in Chemistry, Madras University offers B.Sc. in Computer Science, B.Sc. in Computer Science, B.Sc. in Microbiology, B.Sc. in Statistics, B.Sc. in Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence, B.Sc. in Home Science (Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics), B.Sc. in Psychology and B.Sc. in Psychology and 15 more.

Is Madras University a government or private college?

Madras University is a other institute, founded in 1857, located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.